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Historical architecture
The stave churches are Norway's contribution to the history of world architecture. Snøhetta is one of the modern firms with international attention.
There are 14 large fortresses along the coast of Norway. Akershus Fortress in Oslo and Oscarsborg Fortress in Drøbak are among the most popular ones.
Travel back in time and learn about Norway’s rich heritage, including Vikings and the Sami.
There are three languages in Norway. The Sami represent the oldest cultures in the country.
The Norwegian national costumes came into existence about 100 years ago when a wave of national romanticism swept across the country.
Norse mythology held sway until Norway became Christian around the year 1000. Today there is religious freedom.
Stave churches are an important part of Norway's architectural heritage. Urnes Stave Church in the Sognefjord is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The most famous of all the Norwegian fortresses, is Akershus Fortress and Castle in Oslo city centre.
Roald Amundsen was the first man in history to reach the South Pole, on 14 December 1911. He is only one of several great Norwegian polar explorers.
The earliest signs of human settlement in Norway date back to 9000 BC. Norway was united to one kingdom 900 AD and got its own constitution in 1814.
The Vikings built longships and raided Europe as traders and warriors.